23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Luu, Retina Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. James Luu, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Luu graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Stanford Hospital and Clinics Program. Dr. Luu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luu’s office at (719) 473-9595.
Where did Dr. Luu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Hospital and Clinics Program
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Luu speak?
Dr. Luu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Luu typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Luu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Luu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Single Break
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with One Tear
- Single Break Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye
- H33012: Retinal detachment with single break, left eye
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Luu typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Luu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Luu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Laser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Eye Vitreous Removal with Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67039: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with focal endolaser photocoagulation
Does Dr. Luu accept my insurance?
Dr. Luu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 473-9595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Luu accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Luu in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Family Health Network
Federal government of the United States
Group 1001
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Luu's office located?
Dr. James Luu's Primary Practice
2770 N Union Blvd Ste 140
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 473-9595
What is Dr. Luu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Luu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174508071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luu
What is Dr. James Luu's specialty?
Dr. Luu is a Retina Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. James Luu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Luu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is James Luu accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. James Luu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Luu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (719) 473-9595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Luu?
Please contact Dr. Luu's office at (719) 473-9595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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